Detroit Civil Rights Leader Malik Shabazz Fights for Life as Incurable Bacterial Infection Takes Toll.
For decades, Minister Malik Shabazz has been a fierce voice for justice and equality in Detroit. The 62-year-old civil rights leader, who founded the New Black Panther Nation/Marcus Garvey Movement, is now fighting for his life against an incurable bacterial infection that has left him on death's doorstep.
Shabazz is being treated at Henry Ford Hospital, where doctors recently told him there was nothing more they could do. Despite this bleak prognosis, Shabazz remains optimistic and determined to continue his fight for justice, even if it means facing death itself.
"I am facing death, a devastating stroke or heart attack because my body cannot handle blood thinners due to an incurable bacterial infection," he said in a statement shared by his family. "For a while things were looking great, then bad news."
Shabazz is experiencing severe bleeding and extreme discomfort as a result of the infection, but he remains grateful for the prayers and support of his community. His family says that Shabazz will soon be discharged from the hospital to receive care at home, where relatives are being trained to administer medication and provide therapy.
This is not the first time Shabazz has faced health challenges. In June 2023, he suffered a massive heart attack that left him on life support for weeks. He was revived multiple times before eventually receiving a permanent heart pump implant.
Shabazz's determination to continue fighting for justice despite his declining health is a testament to his unwavering commitment to the cause. "Our prayers, all of our prayers and efforts of doctors enabled me to survive to this point," he said. "Continue to pray. Prayer works."
As Shabazz's health continues to decline, his friends and allies in the community are rallying around him. Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan plans to visit Shabazz at the hospital on Friday, a gesture that reflects the deep respect and admiration for the activist.
Shabazz's family expressed gratitude to the hospital staff and the community for their continued support during this difficult time. "Yes, I am sick," he said. "Again, I am facing death as surely as I did three times before when I literally died and was revived."
With his characteristic defiance and determination, Shabazz is refusing to give up in the face of adversity. As he so eloquently put it, "I'm in the biggest battle of my life... God brought me back. The ancestors brought me back to continue this great work."
For decades, Minister Malik Shabazz has been a fierce voice for justice and equality in Detroit. The 62-year-old civil rights leader, who founded the New Black Panther Nation/Marcus Garvey Movement, is now fighting for his life against an incurable bacterial infection that has left him on death's doorstep.
Shabazz is being treated at Henry Ford Hospital, where doctors recently told him there was nothing more they could do. Despite this bleak prognosis, Shabazz remains optimistic and determined to continue his fight for justice, even if it means facing death itself.
"I am facing death, a devastating stroke or heart attack because my body cannot handle blood thinners due to an incurable bacterial infection," he said in a statement shared by his family. "For a while things were looking great, then bad news."
Shabazz is experiencing severe bleeding and extreme discomfort as a result of the infection, but he remains grateful for the prayers and support of his community. His family says that Shabazz will soon be discharged from the hospital to receive care at home, where relatives are being trained to administer medication and provide therapy.
This is not the first time Shabazz has faced health challenges. In June 2023, he suffered a massive heart attack that left him on life support for weeks. He was revived multiple times before eventually receiving a permanent heart pump implant.
Shabazz's determination to continue fighting for justice despite his declining health is a testament to his unwavering commitment to the cause. "Our prayers, all of our prayers and efforts of doctors enabled me to survive to this point," he said. "Continue to pray. Prayer works."
As Shabazz's health continues to decline, his friends and allies in the community are rallying around him. Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan plans to visit Shabazz at the hospital on Friday, a gesture that reflects the deep respect and admiration for the activist.
Shabazz's family expressed gratitude to the hospital staff and the community for their continued support during this difficult time. "Yes, I am sick," he said. "Again, I am facing death as surely as I did three times before when I literally died and was revived."
With his characteristic defiance and determination, Shabazz is refusing to give up in the face of adversity. As he so eloquently put it, "I'm in the biggest battle of my life... God brought me back. The ancestors brought me back to continue this great work."
. This dude is a total warrior when it comes to fighting for justice and equality. I gotta respect his dedication, even if it means he's facing death head-on 
. It's crazy that he's been through so much already, like that massive heart attack in 2023 
. But here he is, still pushing forward with his movement 
. His optimism is infectious, and I'm sending all my positive vibes his way 
. If anyone can defy death itself, it's Malik Shabazz 
.
he's been through so much already and now he's fighting for his life again 
it's crazy to think that doctors said there was nothing more they could do and yet he's still holding on 
i'm sending all my positive vibes his way 
and prayers too 
anyway, shabazz is an inspiration and i have no doubt he'll keep fighting for justice until the end 
despite all the medical issues he's been through. its crazy how much determination and spirit he has left in him. I guess you could say hes making a statement by refusing to give up on his cause 
, but seriously, I wish him all the best and speedy recovery 
.
. his determination to keep pushing forward is truly inspiring 
. "prayer works" indeed 
. i'm sending all my positive vibes to shabazz and his family 
i'm sending all my positive vibes & prayers his way 
even if it means facing death himself, he's gonna keep on fighting for justice because that's what he does best 
plus can you imagine being revived like 3 times from a coma? 
that's like something out of a movie or a video game lol. anyway, my prayers are with him and his fam 
It's not fair that he has to face this bacterial infection, but what's even more inspiring is how he's still choosing to fight on despite all odds 
His determination and spirit are contagious - it reminds us all that we have the power to overcome seemingly impossible challenges 
He's got a heart attack history and now he's facing death again... seriously, how many times does this guy have to die before he gets it right? 
The New Black Panther Nation/Marcus Garvey Movement is basically his life support system at this point. I'm not saying he doesn't deserve respect, but can't someone else handle the heavy lifting for once?
he's been fighting for justice and equality for decades and now he's facing death itself it's like he's saying "I'm not done yet" 
. His determination is a testament to his strength and the impact he's had on people's lives 
I gotta say, Malik Shabazz's optimism is kinda inspiring, but also a bit concerning 
On the other hand, it shows how much hope and resilience he still has, which is amazing 
has been using the hospital system as a means to an end. Like, his condition was pretty dire before he got treated, but now he's being poked and prodded like a lab rat 
. Is that really doing him any favors? 
I mean, I'm all for getting help when you need it, but sometimes you gotta wonder if the solution is just putting a Band-Aid on a bullet wound 
We gotta keep pushing forward, just like Shabazz is doing. And yeah, I know he's saying some pretty spiritual stuff, but the fact remains that his community is rallying around him and that's what matters most 
that can't happen cuz shabazz is like a symbol of hope and resistance 
. i'm sending all my positive vibes to him and his community right now 
. shabazz's spirit may be strong, but we gotta keep pushing forward too